8 Days Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

• Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

• Distance: 7 km

• Zone: Montane Forest
  Drive to Lemosho Gate, complete registration, and hike through lush rainforest to Mti Mkubwa Camp.

• Hiking Time: 5–7 hours

• Distance: 8 km
  Continue up through forest and onto Shira Ridge before descending to Shira 1 Camp on the plateau.

• Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

• Distance: 7 km
  Trek across the scenic Shira Plateau, allowing time for acclimatization. Optional acclimatization hike available in the afternoon.

• Hiking Time: 6–8 hours

• Distance: 10 km
  Ascend to Lava Tower for acclimatization, then descend into the Barranco Valley. This climb-high, sleep-low pattern boosts your body's adaptation.

• Hiking Time: 4–5 hours

• Distance: 5 km
  Trek up the impressive Barranco Wall, then descend into Karanga Valley before ascending to Karanga Camp.

• Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

• Distance: 4 km
  Climb gradually to Barafu Camp, the base camp for summit night. Prepare for the final push with an early dinner and rest.

• Hiking Time: 12–15 hours

• Distance: ~15 km
  Begin summit attempt around midnight. Reach Stella Point at sunrise and Uhuru Peak, the Roof of Africa. After photos and celebration, descend to Mweka Camp for a well-deserved sleep.

• Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

• Distance: 10 km
  Final descent through rainforest. Receive your certificate at Mweka Gate, and transfer to your hotel for a hot shower and relaxation.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight. Congratulations on a successful climb!